APEC 2026 Multimedia Highlights: Bidirectional GaN, Multichip Modules, and Mini Regulators

Editors James Morra and Lee Goldberg attended APEC 2026 and highlighted new developments, including Renesas' 650-V bidirectional GaN switch devices for solar microinverters, TI's isolated power modules with multichip packaging, and Ferric's integrated voltage regulators for power-hungry GPUs. Renesas showcased a reference design for a solar microinverter, TI introduced isolated power modules, and Ferric discussed integrated voltage regulators. These technologies aim to improve power conversion, density, and management in various applications.